Elena Seeley
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Elena Seeley is Food Tank's Content Director. She earned a BA in Biology from Grinnell College and an MA in Food Studies from New York University, where she focused on food policy and food-based social movements. Elena has worked with food justice nonprofit organizations, including WhyHunger and The People's Seed, and is passionate about promoting stories to help build a more equitable and sustainable food system.

Breaking Barriers: Advancing Food Is Medicine Solutions

A new report summarizes the key findings to advance food is medicine interventions, reduce food security, and improve healthy eating.

Muloma Heritage Center: Bridging the Past, Present, and Future of African Atlantic Foodways

On St. Helena Island, Muloma Heritage Center is creating a space to celebrate and teach visitors about the foodways of the African Diaspora.

Bridging Gaps for a Sustainable World: The Role of Water in Food Systems

Agriculture is responsible for more than 70 percent of global freshwater withdrawals. Meanwhile one third of the world faces water stress.

Tune in for Our Official North America World Food Day Celebration

Tune in live for an incredible World Food Day Summit focused on this year’s theme Water is Life. Water is Food. Leave no one behind.

Cultivating Self-Sufficiency and Sustainability: Unlocking Opportunities for Indigenous Communities

IndigeHub is working to empower Indigenous communities, helping them develop self-sufficiency and long-term success.

Cooking Up Change: How Small Shifts Can Have Radical Impact in the Culinary Industry

Tapping into joy, not fear, might be the key to driving behavior change among eaters.

Raising the Ambition on Food Systems Transformation

During Pre-COP Food Day @ UNGA, food systems leaders gathered to raise the ambition on food systems transformation by amplifying and accelerating implementation across all levels. 

Matriark Foods Wants to Make Upcycled Products the Norm, Not the Exception

Upcycled foods offer companies a business opportunity as well as a chance to make their supply chains more climate friendly.

The International Peasant Movement Is Growing

For more than 30 years, La Via Campesina has advocated for food sovereignty, environmental justice, and peasants’ rights.

WWF Releases New Framework to Drive Positive Food Systems Transformation

There is an urgent need for food systems change. A new framework for decision makers can help implement and scale ideas that have transformative impact.

Join Food Day at UNGA!

Join us for this highly interactive event to discuss the opportunities that will maximize impact in the shortest time possible.

9 Organizations Helping Hawaiian Communities Impacted by Wildfires

These organizations are looking for volunteers, food and other essentials, and funds as they work to help communities impacted by the devastating wildfires on Maui and Big Island.

Investing in Farmers Markets as Vehicles for Innovation

During the U.N. Food Systems Summit Stocktaking Moment, speakers underscored the resilience of farmers markets.

Funding Food Tech: A Venture Capital Firm Invests in a More Sustainable Future

Supply Change Capital recently closed its inaugural US$40 million fund focused on sustainable food and agriculture technology.

Progress to End Hunger Stalls: 735 Million People Worldwide Face Food Insecurity

The latest SOFI report reveals that increasing urbanization is driving significant changes in the world’s agri-food systems.

NYC Unveils First Ever Roadmap to Revolutionize Food Education in Public Schools

The roadmap outlines goals and strategies to improve healthy eating habits among K-12 students in New York City’s public schools.

In the UAE, this Farm Wants to Create an Ecosystem of Sustainable Agriculture

The UAE imports between 80-90 percent of its food supply. Can that change?

Community-Driven Science Paves the Way for Sustainable Development

A new study underscores what can be achieved when researchers work hand-in-hand with local communities.

Finding the Humanity in Legislation: Unpacking the 2023 Farm Bill

The next Farm Bill is likely to be the most expensive one in U.S. history. What can we expect?

With the Support of Innovative Businesses, Google Looks to Transition to a Circular Economy

Google is asking companies with innovative packaging solutions to apply for their Single-Use Plastics Challenge.

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